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Student Experiences in Conservation Branches into New Fields

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Summer 2026 has come and gone, but the positive impact made by each student intern is here to stay at Shirley Heinze Land Trust. With the support of generous donors, foundations, and university partners, Shirley Heinze hosted 14 college students from 7 universities in its 2026 summer cohort. Over a 10-week period, these students worked on a variety of projects, offering valuable support to Shirley Heinze staff. Alongside staff mentors and volunteers, students honed their skills in conservation planning, stewardship […]

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45 Stories for 45 Years: Growing Roots — A Full-Circle Moment at Meadowbrook

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Each year, Shirley Heinze Land Trust hosts a summer Student Experiences in Conservation program for college students interested in pursuing careers in conservation. The program has increased steadily in size and scope over time, this year to a record of fifteen interns. As part of their summer experience, a few of this year’s interns were

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The interns in our Student Experiences in Conservation program smile for a photo at the Flora Richardson Preserve.

Student Experiences in Conservation: 2025 Recap

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This summer, Shirley Heinze Land Trust proudly welcomed its largest-ever cohort of summer interns–twelve college students representing a wide range of academic disciplines and interests. As part of our broader Student Experiences in Conservation program, these internships provided hands-on, real-world experience in fields like ecological restoration, environmental science, and community outreach. Thanks to the generous

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